Mark Boylan is a racing journalist who first came to prominence as a teenager for original songs inspired by his love of horse racing. As a 14-year-old, the Banagher native gained international attention when he performed his song about the Breeders’ Cup during the 2011 World Championships in the United States, having first shared the piece online from his home in County Offaly. Alongside his musical work, he has built a career in racing media and is now a horse racing journalist best known for his reporting and analysis with The Irish Field, following earlier roles with other specialist racing outlets.